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HODU.COM - YOUR COMMUNICATION SKILLS PORTAL
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SITE UPDATE

No.82 November 15 2006

Dear Friend,

Nowadays, many of us are frequently feel stuck in overdrive - days crammed with too much to do, mixed with an unhealthy dose of frequent distractions, all vying for our attention at the same time. This can cause our minds to be constantly racing which, in turn, can make focusing our attention seem like an impossible task. In itself that's bad enough, but worse, if we spread our attention too thin, we run the risk of putting our relationships with all those around us in peril.

So how do you stay present and in the moment? Learn five five ways to help keep your head in the game and strengthen your attentiveness skills.

The rest of our "menu" is more of a "mixed bag" this week. For more material on these and many other topics, go to the site and click on the subject of your choice on the top left of every page, or by using the search boxes you'll find everywhere.

Gone Too Far on the 'Nice Scale'?
"My workplace is nice to a fault," a client once told the writer. Now, you may be rolling your eyes and groaning, "I wish I had a boss who was too nice."

But you know, being nice can really be nasty. Consider your own workplace and evaluate whether it has gone too far on the "nice scale."

Speaking With Confidence: How to Manage Those Butterflies
How often have you heard someone say: "I'd rather die than go up in front of the room!" They're probably not kidding either.

Truth is, almost everyone experiences some degree of nervousness when they have to be a "speaker", whether it is a formal presentation to a large group, presenting information to someone "important", or being called on in a meeting to answer a question. Here's how to keep those jitters under control.

Explain Yourself! Why Excuses Sabotage Your Success
Have you ever been in a situation where you were unable to make good on a promise or commitment? Perhaps you were late with a report to your manager, unable to take a child to the playground, or late for dinner with your partner.

How do you explain why you were unable to meet your obligation? Do you stand in the truth and give an honest reason, or do you make excuses concerned only with freeing yourself from blame? It's not always easy, but here's how to explain your actions while maintaining your integrity and enhancing your self-respect

Writing About Ourselves: Bragging Without Blushing
Many people find it difficult to write about themselves without feeling uncomfortable. But modesty has no place in resumes, cover letters, bids, and other places where you're selling your strengths, abilities, and experience. Learn how to stifle a blush and write shamelessly about what you have to offer.

How to Receive Feedback Graciously
Some people seem to make it their life's mission to continually tell you exactly what you are doing wrong, and how to do it right. You could immediately start lashing out, or you could go straight on the defensive. But are there no better options?

Remember: if you find the material on Hodu.com helpful, do encourage your friends and fellow workers to visit the site frequently, or to subscribe to these Updates. Every site visitor is important to us.

As always, warmest wishes for happy and healthy days, enriched by ongoing personal development, good communicating and harmonious relationships. And if you live in the U.S., a happy Thanksgiving for next week.

Warmly,

Azriel Winnett
Hodu.com - Your Communication Portal
http://hodu.com

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